Mobile Plant Operator - Southam

Kronospan are extending our vertical integration purchasing strategic recycled timber processing sites across the UK; this will allow customers to ensure that products are returned to Kronospan to be made into new products at end-of-life – making circularity a reality

Our new addition to our recycling portfolio is based just outside of Southam, in Napton-on-the-hill, covering a substantial site where we are now looking to ramp up the processing and production of wood waste material.

This role is key in achieving daily operational performance, in compliance with site permits & permissions, and company policies and procedures.

Ensuring a high standard of Health & Safety is maintained on site, being proactive to keep themselves and other site users free from harm.

Responsible for the safe operation of mobile plant and processing plant on site, including completion of pre-start checks, daily maintenance, and cleaning plant & equipment.

Undertaking visual inspections on inbound loads to ensure the material is in accordance with the Material Acceptance Criteria, reporting any non-conforming loads to site management.

Engaging with site management to identify & implement continuous improvement.

Occasional record keeping, including weighbridge operation.

Essential

Experience operating mobile plant

Good driving practices

Full UK Drivers license

Mobile plant operator certificate for wheeled loading shovel and 360 grab

Excellent timekeeping

Strong work ethic

Self-disciplined

Good communication skills

Practical problem solving skills

Flexible approach

Desirable

Experience of weighbridge operation

Supervisory experience

This is a permanent position working 48hrs per week plus overtime, between the hours of:

Monday to Friday 0700 - 1700

Saturday 0700 - 1200

Paying £14.28 per hour, overtime at a rate of £21.42 per hour for any hours worked in excess of the basic 48 per week.

An additional £1.10 per hour will be paid where you are responsible for site operations in the absence of the site manager.

£120 commitment bonus every 4 weeks

There will be plentiful opportunities for overtime; some support will be required on the occasional weekends too, as per the demands of the operations.

As this is a growing site, there will be opportunities for training and experience leading to career progression for the right candidate.

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